Contracts Administrator Fall Co-op

This is a hybrid position with 2 days remote and 3 days based out of our North York location at 243 Consumers Rd, North York, ON, M2J 4W8 (near Hwy. 404 and Hwy. 401) or Brampton location at 1 President’s Choice Circle, Brampton, ON L6Y 5S5.

Lifemark Health Group (LHG) is a market leader in customized healthcare solutions. With over 20 years of service excellence, LHG is one of the largest, most trusted, and most comprehensive providers in Canada. As a national healthcare company, LHG employs over 5,000 highly-trained clinicians, medical experts and team members in almost 400 locations coast-to-coast and continues to grow both organically as well as through acquisitions.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented co-op Student to join our Contracts and Proposal Management team. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to improve the consistency and efficiency of our contract review process while gaining practical experience within a dynamic healthcare organization. Working closely with the Contracts and Proposal team and SDM legal, you will support clearing a backlog of a steady flow of contracts from Lifemark. This role would provide first-level contract and risk support, while learning about compliance, corporate governance, privacy, commercial contracting, and regulatory matters within the healthcare industry.

In this role, you will:

Developing a Risk Standards Guide that documents the organization's positions and escalation thresholds for key contractual provisions (e.g., limitation of liability, insurance, audit rights, survivability, financial exposure, etc.) Working with business units to develop standardized SOW templates to improve consistency and reduce contract cycle times Conducting preliminary reviews of contracts, RFP sample agreements, and other contract documents to identify and summarize key risks Coordinating with SDM Legal on proposed edits and risk assessments Creating issue lists and escalating material risks to leadership team as required

What we're looking for:

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Law, Health Policy, or equivalent Must be available to work full-time hours, Monday-Friday, from September 2026-December 2026 Strong interest in corporate, commercial, healthcare, privacy, employment, or regulatory law. Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to summarize complex legal concepts clearly and concisely. Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and build effective working relationships. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Experience with legal research platforms and document management systems is considered an asset. Previous internship, co-op, or legal work experience is considered an asset. Interest in the healthcare industry is considered a strong asset.

What you'll gain:

Exposure to a broad range of in-house legal matters within a national healthcare organization. Mentorship and guidance from experienced legal professionals. Hands-on experience supporting business and legal operations. Opportunities to work on meaningful projects that contribute to organizational success. Insight into the legal, regulatory, and compliance landscape within Canada's healthcare sector.

Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, and Visible Minorities.

Accommodation

Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at Talent@lifemark.ca .